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Mount-Lavinia to Matara trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Mount-Lavinia and Matara takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Mount-Lavinia to Matara. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 15m
Duration
145 km
Distance
Rs 240
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Mount-Lavinia to Matara train times

Trains run twice daily between Mount-Lavinia and Matara. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mount-Lavinia is at 2:56 PM which arrives into Matara at 5:53 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    train train 2h 57m • Direct

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    train train 3h 34m • Direct
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    train train 2h 57m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    train train 3h 34m • Direct
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    train train 2h 57m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    train train 3h 34m • Direct
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    train train 2h 57m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    train train 3h 34m • Direct
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    train train 2h 57m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    train train 3h 34m • Direct
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    train train 2h 57m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 3h 34m • Direct
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    train train 2h 57m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Mount-Lavinia to Matara? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 145 km
  • Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Mount-Lavinia, Sri Lanka and Matara, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Mount Lavinia to Matara twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,100 and the journey takes 2h 57m.

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